Level Designer

at  Neon Koi

ABOUT US

We are Neon Koi. We are a PlayStation Studio. Our mission is to make mobile action games with epic stories that foster lasting connections with players around the world. Our aim is to amass a stellar portfolio over the next decade by focusing on building highly collaborative, experienced and empowered teams in Helsinki & Berlin.
We offer you the chance to join a rapidly growing international team of passionate and talented game makers, just like yourself. As a young company, you, as an early employee, will have a genuine opportunity to contribute significantly to the culture and operations.
Neon Koi is formerly known as Savage Game Studios.

REQUIREMENTS

• At least 5 years of proven experience as a Level Designer, within the game development industry.
• Proficiency preferably in Unreal Engine or any game engine, with a strong understanding of spatial design principles, gameplay mechanics, and level scripting.
• A keen eye for detail and a passion for creating visually stunning and immersive game environments.
• Ability to think creatively and solve design challenges with innovative solutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to give and receive constructive feedback in a collaborative team environment.
• Proactive problem-solving mindset with a commitment to achieving project goals.

THE ROLE

We are seeking a highly skilled and passionate experienced Level Designer to join our game development team. As an integral part of our creative process, you will play a key role in designing and crafting immersive and engaging game environments. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of game mechanics, spatial design, and narrative integration to create memorable and enjoyable player experiences.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conceptualize, design, and implement compelling game levels that align with the overall game vision and design goals.Work with team members to ensure seamless integration of gameplay elements within the level design.
• Balance pacing and flow within game levels to provide a dynamic and enjoyable player experience.Utilize environmental storytelling techniques to enhance narrative immersion.
• Integrate and iterate on game mechanics within level designs, ensuring a balance of challenge and accessibility.Collaborate with gameplay designers to implement and refine interactive elements within the game world.
• Create comprehensive and clear documentation for level designs, Maintain and update documentation throughout the development process.
• Collaborate and work closely with QA to identify, address and resolve reporting issues, as well as, refine level designs.
• Actively communicate and participate in design meetings, providing insight and feedback to team.